Midday Round-Up: Como hit nine in Champions League shocker as Real Madrid soar under Mourinho

Como caused a Champions League earthquake with a stunning 9-1 demolition of Lens. Meanwhile, José Mourinho's Real Madrid continue to soar as Liverpool's perfect winning streak is snapped by Fenerbahce.

Today's football round-up features a Champions League earthquake as Como secured a stunning 9-1 demolition of Lens. Meanwhile, Real Madrid continue to soar under José Mourinho, while Liverpool's perfect winning streak was snapped by Fenerbahce.

Champions League: Como Earthquake and Thrilling Goal Fests

Como manager Cesc Fàbregas applauds his players following their sensational Champions League victory.
Como manager Cesc Fàbregas applauds his players following their sensational Champions League victory.

Newboys Como, managed by Cesc Fàbregas, demolished RC Lens by a staggering 9-1 scoreline, with Anastasios Douvikas netting a hat-trick in the 7th, 32nd, and 68th minutes to climb to the top of the goalscoring charts.

Interim boss Dirk Kuyt's Fenerbahce snapped Liverpool's perfect winning run with a breathless 3-2 victory, despite teenage prodigy Trey Nyoni (19 years and 127 days) making club history as their youngest-ever goalscorer in Europe's elite competition.

Real Madrid staged a dramatic comeback to beat AEK Athens 3-2 thanks to a 90+2 minute wonder-strike from Federico Valverde, maintaining the Spanish giants' 100% record with 12 points from four matches.

La Liga: Real Madrid Explode with Seven-Match Winning Streak

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho watches on as his side extend their winning run to seven matches in all competitions.
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho watches on as his side extend their winning run to seven matches in all competitions.

José Mourinho's side are currently on a blistering seven-match winning streak across all competitions in the space of just 26 days.

In La Liga, Real Madrid have amassed 27 points from 11 matches, closing the gap on leaders Barcelona to just three points.

Los Blancos' attacking efficiency has surged by 47%, with their domestic goal tally rising sharply from 19 to 28 goals.

Premier League: Arsenal Sweat Over Ezri Konsa Injury Blow

Arsenal centre-back Ezri Konsa faces a potentially lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious knee injury.
Arsenal centre-back Ezri Konsa faces a potentially lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious knee injury.

Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that £55m centre-back Ezri Konsa suffered a knee injury, forcing him off in the 62nd minute of their 2-1 victory over Slavia Prague.

The setback leaves Ezri Konsa's availability for the Premier League clash against Hull City shrouded in doubt, despite having started all 14 matches for Arsenal this season.

The sole silver lining for the Arsenal backline is the return of centre-half William Saliba, who was named on the bench for the first time this season.

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